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BCS Senior Kyle Burdick has played soccer since he was four years old. His experience and commitment was evident this year as the team was undefeated during the regular season becoming CHVL league champions. The team also reached the third round of sectionals, only losing to Lake George – their toughest competitor.
[Read more…] about Berlin’s Kyle Burdick Is BCS December Scholar Athlete
by Thaddeus Flint
The January meeting of the Berlin Central School District’s Board of Education was a quick one, the only real discussion being how to resolve one family’s belief that their school bus stop is unsafe.
submitted by Erin Clary, Communications Specialist, Berlin Central School District
The manufacturing industry uses 3D printers to create everything from jet engine parts to live cartilage and prosthetics. During the month of January, Berlin Middle School and High School students will also have the opportunity to manufacture their own design and create items (perhaps somewhat less advanced) using a 3D printer.
[Read more…] about 3D Printing Process Benefits Berlin Central School Students
from the BCSD
The Berlin Central School District Board of Education is currently considering the adoption of a property tax exemption for certain military veterans living in the District. [Read more…] about Information Sessions On Veteran Property Tax Exemption
The Parent Engagement Committee at Berlin Elementary School is looking for community volunteers to join classrooms and share their love of reading. Volunteers will be matched with a classroom from March to April for approximately 30 minutes once a week. During this time volunteers may choose to read with the whole class, in a small group or with one student.
If interested, please contact Vallis Goodermote at 322-1630 or by email at vallisgood@gmail.com. Thank you for your interest and consideration. The BES students are excited to share their love of reading with you.
by Thaddeus Flint
The December monthly meeting of the Berlin School Board on Tuesday started off with the announcement that Berlin High School was named a State finalist in the “Samsung Solve for Tomorrow” contest.
“This is very good news,” said High School Principal Dr. Cathy Allain, who praised the hard work of teacher and team coordinator Dawn Wetmore. “We are very proud of Miss Wetmore,” she said.
[Read more…] about Berlin School District To Receive $20k Award
by Jen Burhans
On Sunday, December 14, Section 2 hosted over 500 soccer players, coaches and family members at the Holiday Inn in Saratoga. The players, coaches and teams were recognized for their achievements for the past soccer season.
Coach DJ Connolly writes, “This year is the first year Berlin Central School District has had wrestling in five years. We have a co-team with New Lebanon.”
The Berlin Dramateers (featuring student and staff performers) will present Charles Dickens’ classic tale A Christmas Carol on Saturday, December 20, at 7 pm and Sunday, December 21, at 2 pm.
Tickets cost $5 for adults, $3 for student or senior citizens. To order tickets contact Maureen Seel at 518-658-3325 or email twinsmom@taconic.net.
